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Small rectangular KVM switch with four USB 3.0 ports and a single switch button

Explus-C

Explus-C USB 3.0 KVM Switch 2-Port 4-Port 5Gbps

SKU CH-278X-RGHVM

Share four USB 3.0 devices between two computers with one-button switching and 5 Gbps data speed

  • Product typeKVM Switch
  • Share four USB devices between two computers
  • Transfer files at up to 5 Gbps with USB 3.0 ports
  • Works with Windows, macOS, Chrome OS and Linux without drivers
  • Switch instantly with one button and LED status indicator
  • Extra micro-USB power port supports high-power peripherals

Two-Port KVM for Four USB Devices

This Explus-C USB 3.0 KVM switch lets two computers share up to four peripherals such as keyboards, mice, printers, scanners, flash drives, cameras and headsets. A single button toggles all connected devices between the two hosts, removing the need to unplug and replug cables when moving between a work machine and a personal machine. Driver-free operation works with Windows, macOS, Chrome OS and Linux systems. The unit ships with two USB 3.0 cables for immediate setup.

Passive Operation With Optional Power

The switch draws bus power from the connected computers during normal use, adding no fan noise or measurable heat to the desk. Four USB 3.0 ports deliver up to 5 Gbps bandwidth and remain backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices. A Micro USB 5 V 2 A input is provided for an external adapter when high-draw peripherals such as portable hard drives or powered headsets require extra current for stable performance. No power supply is included in the box.

Compact Desktop Form Factor

The small enclosure sits unobtrusively on a desk and requires no rack ears or mounting hardware. Four downstream USB 3.0 Type-A ports face the front for easy access, while two upstream cables connect to the host computers. LED indicators show which system is active at a glance. The package includes the switch and two USB 3.0 cables; a Micro USB power adapter for demanding devices must be sourced separately.

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Price $31.99
Cheaper than about 85% of the 4,010 comparable items (median $105.49).

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Product typeKVM Switch

Questions about this item

How do I connect two computers and four USB devices to this KVM switch, and what step is often missed?

Connect each computer to the switch using the two included USB 3.0 cables, plug your four peripherals into the front ports, then use the Micro USB power port with a 5V 2A adapter if you attach high-power devices like hard drives or cameras; the extra power step is the one people forget.

What maintenance or replacement will this KVM switch need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required; if the USB cables or the Micro USB power cable wear out, replace them with standard USB 3.0 and Micro USB cables, and keep the switch free of dust for reliable operation.

What limit appears first when I transfer large files continuously through the four USB 3.0 ports?

The 5Gbps bandwidth ceiling shared across all four ports is the first bottleneck; sustained transfers from multiple high-speed drives will hit that aggregate limit before any other constraint.

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